The ball looks different when it finds Jones. With receiver-level hands and field creativity, he’s the type of defensive back who can flip field position or take a turnover to the house. While showing real comfort flipping and running with vertical routes- he shows fluidity and confidence. In zone or bail technique, he plays fast mentally—anticipates routes, bait quarterbacks, and disrupts throws with natural timing.

At the catch point, Jones is aggressive and calculated, consistently playing through hands and locating the ball in the air. With his size, movement efficiency, and ball-tracking traits, he projects as an early contributor at the college level—whether as a starting DB or return-threat hybrid.

Jones brings a polished skill set to the secondary. He shows fluid hips to flip and run, plus the instincts to thrive in zone coverage and bail technique. Jones is disruptive at the catch point, consistently challenging passes and locating the ball well in the air. With his size, feel, and upside, he’s a prospect with the tools to be a contributor at the next level early in his career.

Lawardrick Jones Lawardrick Jones 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB/RB Saraland | 2026 State AL was all over the field last night, locking up Jackson’s passing attack

“Jones is a versatile DB who can line up and produce all over the field. He thrives off his physicality, is great at defending the run, and provides lockdown coverage outside on some talented WRs. Jones is great in press man- he wears down WRs at the line of scrimmage, isn’t easily beat downfield, and has the ball skills to come away with some impressive picks/PBUs.

Jones is terrific at coming down from the secondary and making plays against the run- he’s great in pursuit, easily fights off blocks, and is a reliable tackler who doesn’t allow for any additional yardage after making initial contact. Jones brings the same impact to special teams, consistently flying downfield to tackle returners on kickoffs.“

Last night, Jones had 3 tackles, 7 PBUs (2 dropped INTs), a blocked FG, and a huge stop down by the one-yard line.

I think a LOT of collegiate attention will be heading Jones’ way soon. You don’t make those kinds of plays against one of the top QB recruits in the nation and not have offers sent your way. I

It was seriously impressive seeing how well Jones performed last night- teams in the 6A will HAVE to start game-planning around him moving forward.

Lawardrick Jones Lawardrick Jones 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB/RB Saraland | 2026 State AL is a talented piece of Saraland’s secondary that Jackson will have to watch out for this week.

“Jones is a versatile DB who can line up and produce all over the field. He thrives off his physicality, is great at defending the run, and provides lockdown coverage outside on some talented WRs. Jones is great in press man- he wears down WRs at the line of scrimmage, isn’t easily beat downfield, and has the ball skills to come away with some impressive picks/PBUs.

Jones is terrific at coming down from the secondary and making plays against the run- he’s great in pursuit, easily fights off blocks, and is a reliable tackler who doesn’t allow for any additional yardage after making initial contact. Jones brings the same impact to special teams, consistently flying downfield to tackle returners on kickoffs.“

Last fall, Jones recorded 22 total tackles (8 solo, 2 for loss) and one INT.

Jones lists offers from West Virginia, UNA, and others.

Jones is a talented defender set up for a huge senior season. I’m excited to see what he does this week against Jackson; they’ll have to look out for him.

Lawardrick Hones is a dominant DB out of Saraland who made tons of plays out in their secondary and on special teams last fall.

Jones is a versatile DB who can line up and produce all over the field- he thrives off his physicality, is great at defending the run, and provides lockdown coverage outside on some talented WRs. Jones is great in press man- he wears down WRs at the line of scrimmage, isn’t easily beat downfield, and has the ball skills to come away with some impressive picks/PBUs. Jones is terrific at coming down from the secondary and making plays against the run- he’s great in pursuit, easily fights off blocks, and is a reliable tackler who doesn’t allow for any additional yardage after making initial contact. Jones brings the same impact to special teams, consistently flying downfield to tackle returners on kickoffs.

Jones was highly productive for Saraland last fall, ending the year with 22 total tackles (8 solo, 2 for loss) and one INT. Jones picked up an offer from West Virginia the other day, and with how well he’s played, will definitely have more heading his way soon.

Be sure to watch Jones’ tape below! He put together an impressive junior season and is set up for a big year this fall- just watch.